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The story of the boy named Indio after Solari: 'At first I didn't like the name, but I became a fanatic'
🇦🇷 Argentina /Culture & Society

The story of the boy named Indio after Solari: 'At first I didn't like the name, but I became a fanatic'

From Clarín · () Spanish

Translated from Spanish, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.

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  • A 12-year-old boy named Indio proudly carries his name, given to him by his mother who is a devoted fan of the rock musician Indio Solari.
  • The mother, Antonella Garbagnati, became a fan of Solari at age eight and decided to name her son after him, seeing it as a way to honor her experiences at his concerts.
  • Initially disliking the name, the boy grew to admire Solari after learning about him in school, eventually becoming a fan himself.

A 12-year-old boy named Indio Isola proudly bears a name inspired by the iconic Argentine rock musician Indio Solari. His mother, Antonella Garbagnati, a lifelong fan, chose the name to honor the artist and the beautiful moments she experienced at his concerts.

I'm the only one of my friends who listens to him. I'm like the different one, but it's a source of pride.

— Indio IsolaThe 12-year-old boy describes his unique position among his peers due to his musical taste.

Garbagnati first discovered Solari's music at age eight and developed a deep admiration for his work. She shared her decision to name her future son Indio with her partner 16 years ago, finding the name to have a strong, original imprint.

Initially, the young Indio questioned his name, finding it unusual. However, his mother explained who Indio Solari was, describing him as a legend rather than just another rocker. This explanation sparked his curiosity.

I entered my older brother's room and found a cassette that said 'Mi perro dinamita.' I fell in love with the melody. I started listening to all his work and could never let it go. At every moment of my life, I found a lyric that represented me.

— Antonella GarbagnatiIndio's mother explains how she discovered Indio Solari's music and became a devoted fan.

During his school years, Indio began listening to Solari's music on school computers. He was captivated by the lyrics, Solari's poetic style, and his personality. A chance encounter with Baltasar Comotto, Solari's guitarist, further solidified his connection to the artist.

Sixteen years ago I told him: 'My son will be named Indio.' I thought it was a name with a lot of imprint, original, and a way to honor all the beautiful moments I lived at every concert.

— Antonella GarbagnatiIndio's mother recounts her long-held decision to name her son after the musician.

The family feels deeply connected to this story, which is one of many fan anecdotes that emerged during Solari's farewell event in Plaza de Mayo. At 12 years old, Indio Isola now wears his name with pride, a name that once seemed strange but ultimately connected him to the music and universe of an artist who profoundly marked his mother's life.

When I was five or six years old, he asked me why his name was Indio, because at first he didn't like the name much.

— Antonella GarbagnatiIndio's mother recalls her son's initial reaction to his name.
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Originally published by Clarín in Spanish. Translated, summarized, and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.

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